Leviticus 2:2
and bring it to Aaron's sons the priests. The priest shall take a handful of the flour and oil, together with all the frankincense, and burn this as a memorial portion on the altar, an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 2:2?

2. How does Leviticus 2:2 emphasize the importance of offerings to the LORD?

3. What role does the priest play in presenting offerings, according to Leviticus 2:2?

4. How does Leviticus 2:2 connect to New Testament teachings on sacrifice?

5. In what ways can we offer our "finest flour" to God today?

6. How does the phrase "pleasing aroma to the LORD" apply to our worship?

7. What is the significance of the grain offering in Leviticus 2:2 for ancient Israelites?

8. How does Leviticus 2:2 reflect the relationship between God and His people?

9. Why is frankincense included in the offering described in Leviticus 2:2?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 2?

11. Why did Aaron offer a sin offering for his sons?

12. Who were the chief priests in the Bible?

13. What is the purpose of a grain offering?

14. Leviticus 2:4–5: Why forbid leaven in grain offerings, given that leaven was common in ancient Near Eastern bread-making?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the role of Aaron's sons as priests in Leviticus 2:2 relate to the concept of the priesthood of all believers in the New Testament?

2. In what ways does the grain offering in Leviticus 2:2 symbolize aspects of our spiritual worship today?

3. How can understanding the "pleasing aroma" of the offering help us evaluate our own acts of worship and service to God?

4. What parallels can we draw between the sacrificial system in Leviticus and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ as described in the book of Hebrews?

5. How can we apply the concept of being a "living sacrifice" from Romans 12 in our daily lives, in light of the teachings in Leviticus 2:2?1. Why do you think the grain offering was made with such specific guidelines?

2. What is the significance of using fine flour, oil, and frankincense in the offerings?

3. How does the practice of offering the firstfruits reflect our attitude towards giving to God?

4. How does the prohibition of leaven and honey in the offerings connect with the wider context of Israelite laws and customs?

5. What does the memorial portion signify in the overall process of the offering?

6. What might be the symbolic meaning of salt in the covenant with God?

7. In what ways might we offer our "grain offerings" to God in modern times?

8. How can we incorporate the principles outlined in these rituals into our daily lives?

9. How does this passage highlight the role of the priest in ancient Israel?

10. What does the repeated phrase "a pleasing aroma to the LORD" tell us about God's perception of obedience?

11. How does the detailed nature of these instructions affect your understanding of God's character?

12. Why do you think the remainder of the grain offering was given to Aaron and his sons?

13. How do you understand the term "most holy part" in the context of these offerings?

14. What could the "crushed heads of new grain" symbolize in the firstfruits offering?

15. How does this chapter provide insight into the Israelites' understanding of worship and devotion?

16. Can these offerings be seen as acts of gratitude or thanksgiving? Why or why not?

17. How can we apply the importance of offering the "firstfruits" in our contemporary lives?

18. How do the different cooking methods relate to the type of offerings being presented?

19. How does the use of olive oil in all offerings speak to the significance of olive oil in the Israelite culture?

20. In the modern context, how might the concept of "burning as an offering made by fire to the LORD" translate to our spiritual practices or life choices?

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